Next Service | Sunday at 10 am | | | | |
Gifts of the Spirit
Rev. Wendy Williams
In a consumer society like ours, it is hard to purchase a gift to someone that they would actually want. If we take money out of it, what is an intangible gift of the spirit we would offer? This question points to the reflection that our summer speakers will be offering: if you could give a gift of the spirit to our church, what would it be?
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10 am Programs (end at 11:10 am)
Nursery: (ages 0-3)
PreK: Chalice Children
K-5th: Summer mix tape - From Juneteenth to July 4th
6th-12th: Summer check in
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The Power of Our Name Phase 2 Begins!
Last Day to Suggest a Name: Friday, July 18
81.5% of votes by members supported changing the church name, surpassing the required 60% threshold. With this clear direction, we are now moving into Phase 2 of our renaming journey. You're invited to learn more about the naming process and to suggest a new name for our church. Thank you for your continued participation in The Power of Our Name Process!
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Auction Event: Four Hands Piano Recital
Sunday, July 13 | 4 pm | $15
Adam Revell and Jude Markel will dazzle us on the piano. Solos! Duets! Join them in our sanctuary and enjoy an afternoon of two master pianists making music for your enjoyment. This event was dreamed up by Bob Drew, cherished member of blessed memory. Children are free when accompanied by an adult.
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Annual Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, August 6 | 1 - 6 pm
Reserve your time slot to donate blood with Red Cross, and help keep the supply afloat! Click the sign up button and enter code JUC to reserve a spot. Bring a photo ID or your blood donor card, or two other forms of ID.
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JUC Summer Picnic
Sunday, August 17 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | Maple Grove Park
It’s almost time for our yearly All-Church Picnic! Meet at the park for food and fun for all ages. No need to bring anything — just come hungry and ready to enjoy!
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JUC Fall Gather the Spirit Retreat: REGISTER NOW!
October 17 - 19, 2025 | YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park
After 6 years, our beloved JUC Fall Retreat is returning! Join us for a weekend of fun, community, and beautiful mountain views. Enjoy multigenerational activities, worship, and free time to hike, craft, climb, swim, or just relax and take in the scenery. Get your own room, room with friends, or let us help find you a roommate. More details coming soon.
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Volunteer with FE this Summer!
Have you been looking for a place to grow your heart in our JUC community? Become a Faith Exploration volunteer teacher! No teaching experience is necessary. Sarah and Laura curate materials and lesson plans. Sign up to help us build a faith foundation for our wonderful children at JUC!
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Campfire Sing-a-long Potluck
Friday, July 18 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Join us for our 3rd annual Campfire Potluck Singalong- an evening of summer fun, food, singing and s'mores right on our JUC patio. Please bring a dish to share! Feel free to bring a campfire song to share if the spirit moves you. Instruments are also encouraged! All ages welcome and invited to attend!
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Sundae Sunday
Sunday, August 3 | 11 am - 12 pm
During the height of summer join us on the patio after church for an Ice Cream Party! All are welcome and encouraged to enjoy a sweet treat while connecting with other JUCers. Help us make this a multi-generational event that is enjoyed by all! We need a few volunteers to make the magic happen.
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Mario Kart Tournament
Friday, August 8 | 6:30 pm | For Youth
Show your skills in our Mario Kart tournament! We'll set up our first rounds in the chapel over several TVs. Final round will be played in the Sanctuary while everyone watches! Be there to support your friends or play for the championship title! Dinner at 6:30 and tournament set up at 7 pm.
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UUSC Support for the Vulnerable
Every other Wednesday | 6 - 7:30 pm | Next meeting: July 2
Would you like to be involved with JUC’s Immigrant support work? Contact: Gretchen May and June LeCrone
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Vigil for Jeanette Vizguerra
EVERY MONDAY | 6pm | GEO ICE Center, 3130 N Oakland St, Aurora 80011
Gather to protest the detention without warrant of community organizer Jeanette, and others.
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Abundant Harvest Table
Sundays | 11 am
Nourish your body after worship each Sunday with healthy, delicious food lovingly prepared by fellow JUCers. Donations collected benefit our homeless ministries.
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Faithful Resistance
Looking for more ways to take action in our community and our world? Check the faithful resistance webpage for upcoming events, resources, and more.
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JUC is on YouTube!
New episodes of JUC's Faithful Resistance Video Podcast released on 2nd and 4th Thursdays.
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New Here - Online
Wednesday, July 9 | 6 pm
Discover the welcoming spirit of JUC! This class helps you understand the heart and soul of our community. You'll learn about the values that guide us and how you can get involved. Whether you're just curious about our church or looking to take the next step in your spiritual journey, New Here is the perfect place to start. Come as you are and experience the love and belonging at JUC. Attending New Here is required to become a member. This class will be online and in the evening. Sign up to receive the meeting link.
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Women's Group
1st Mondays | 6 pm | Next meeting: July 7
Come together with people of all ages who identify as women to foster community, support one another, and embrace Unitarian Universalist values. All are welcome to socialize, share experiences, and pursue personal growth while celebrating our diverse identities and perspectives. Bring a snack to share. Contact: Sarah Brown
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Queer Connections Group
2nd Mondays | 7 pm | Next meeting: July 14
This is a compassionate safe space dedicated to adults (18+) of the LGBTQIA+ community. It's a time to socialize, give input on future events, share stories, support each other's voices, approach spirituality from a queer lens, discuss current social and political issues affecting our community, and collaborate on ways to lift up queer folks, young and old. Snacks are optional but welcome. Contact: J Harkins
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Golden Circle BBQ
Wednesday, July 16 | 11 am - 1 pm
A time for our 70+ community to gather and enjoy the summer together– share a BBQ meal, fun, and great conversation! A $5 donation is requested.
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WOMBATS Men's Group
Thursdays every 6 weeks | 5:30 pm | Next meeting: July 17
Tanglewood Park Pavilion
A community of people who identify as men connecting authentically. Meetings consist of social time, a meal, and a program based on listening and reflection. Contact: Alec Duncan
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Mindfulness Meditation
Sundays | 9 - 9:45 am, in person | 5 - 6:15 pm, online | Next meeting: July 6
Mindfulness Meditation meets every Sunday to meditate together. Sunday mornings: 15 minutes instruction/discussion followed by 30 minutes silent meditation. Sunday evenings: meditate and discuss a mindfulness-related theme. Sunday evening meeting link. Contact: Tina Voelker
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Golden Satsang
1st Sundays | 1 - 3 pm | Next meeting: July 6
The Golden Satsang is a vibrant, nurturing and sustainable forum for meditators to support each others’ spiritual practice. Contact: Margie Robinson
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Yoga As You Are
2nd, 4th, & 5th Thursdays | 2 - 3 pm | Next meeting: July 10
This class is open to people of all abilities and levels of experience. There will be opportunities for people who aren’t able to get on and off the floor. Bring a yoga mat or towel. Contact: Martha Eastman
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CUUPS Full Moon Ritual: Herb Moon
Thursday, July 10 | 6 - 7:30 pm
This month we celebrate the Herb Moon! Bring spices that you treasure, and we'll talk about some of their most common uses.
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CUUPS Lammas: The Grain Harvest
Saturday, August 2 | 12 - 2 pm
Bring out your bread for a celebration of the Celtic holy day of Lammas
Because it is the Grain Harvest, we will be having a friendly bread and jam sharing ritual.
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Creative Writers Circle
1st Saturdays | 10 am - 12 pm | Next meeting: July 5
Join our friendly, supportive group of folks eager to learn from, and laugh with, each other in a safe, nonjudgmental space. Not quite ready to share your work? Come anyway! Contact: Sharon Groten
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Union of Unitarian Universalist Gamers
Saturdays | 3 - 7 pm | Next meeting: July 12
This group uses tabletop roleplaying games to build community, exercise creativity, and celebrate their unique voice. No prior experience is necessary.
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Drumming Circle
3rd Thursdays | 2:30 - 4 pm | Next meeting: July 17
An afternoon of ecstatic drumming and dancing. No experience required, no age or physical limits. Bring a drum, or we have drums and instruments to share. Dancers are always welcome! Contact: Bill Barr
| | Important announcements for members. | | |
Celebrate Jill Armstrong for her remarkable dedication to JUC’s social justice efforts!
From her impactful work with JUC’s Just Neighboring in Edgewater, to her committed leadership as Chair of JUC’s Community Action Network (CAN), Jill has been a steadfast advocate and servant of our community for over a decade. Though she’s stepping back from some leadership duties to enjoy some well-earned family time, her passion for justice remains as strong as ever. Jill continues to inspire us with her commitment and heart for service. We’re deeply grateful for all she’s done—and all she will continue to do. Please post on Jill's Kudoboard to show your appreciation!
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IGNITE DEADLINE!
August Deadline: Monday, July 28 | 11 am
The deadline for article submissions for the August issue of IGNITE is Monday, July 28 at 11 am. Submissions are subject to review/editing. You may submit your article by replying to this email, or emailing Ray Grosser.
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Feeling Sick? Please Stay Home!
If you or your kids are feeling under the weather, please join us virtually for Sunday service and refrain from attending any in-person events at JUC. We look forward to seeing you again once you're healthy! Thank you for cherishing our disabled and immunocompromised siblings.
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2025 Colorado Secular Student Activist Scholarship Application
Applications due July 31
These modest scholarships support student leaders who are fighting for justice & equality through intersectional activism on their campus (high school, trade school, junior college, or college). Whether an applicant is leading a student organization, championing civil rights, speaking out against discrimination, or creating space for students to connect & thrive, the scholarship is intended to support this important work. Besides the general activist scholarship, there also are scholarships for specific activism,
such as that for LGBTQ+ rights & gender equality.
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